Wisconsin vs. James Madison Odds
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The 2024 NCAA Tournament field has been announced and Wisconsin will take on James Madison in Round 1 of the South region. Here’s everything you need to know about Wisconsin vs. James Madison odds, spread and more.
Wisconsin opened as a 5.5-point favorite over James Madison in the first round off the NCAA Tournament, with the total set at over/under 143.5 points scored by both teams combined.
Find out how 5-seeded Wisconsin and 12-seeded James Madison matchup statistically ahead of their opening round matchup.
Statistical Matchup
| Wisconsin | James Madison | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OFF | Rank | Rank | DEF |
| Effective FG% | 82 | 24 | Effective FG% |
| Turnover % | 39 | 42 | Turnover % |
| Rebound Rate | 119 | 113 | Rebound Rate |
| Free Throw Rate | 156 | 247 | Free Throw Rate |
| Tempo | 307 | 71 | Tempo |
| DEF | Rank | Rank | OFF |
| Effective FG% | 275 | 34 | Effective FG% |
| Turnover % | 178 | 43 | Turnover % |
| Rebound Rate | 17 | 82 | Rebound Rate |
| Free Throw Rate | 198 | 137 | Free Throw Rate |
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Wisconsin vs. James Madison Analysis
The Wisconsin Badgers slugged it out with Illinois in the Big Ten title game and fell short, but they still look like the team we all saw earlier in the season. AJ Storr and Chucky Hepburn were key ingredients to the success of the Badgers and will be here.
James Madison opened the season with a shocking upset over Michigan State. Despite resting in the Sun Belt, the Dukes are surprisingly balanced, ranking in the top 80 nationally in offensive and defensive efficiency.
In addition, the Dukes shoot well from deep (over 36%), while the Badgers allow opponents to hit over 37% from outside.
Wisconsin must win the rebounding battle, as JMU is not an easy matchup.
Neither team turns the ball over, so keeping the game in the halfcourt could benefit the Badgers’ slow pace.
JMU has one of the best 3-point defenses in the country. If the Dukes hit 3s early, they could pull off the upset.
–D.J. James
For more coverage of the 2024 NCAA Tournament and Selection Sunday, make sure to check out our experts’ live reactions to the bracket reveal and the Selection Sunday live show, where you can get their instant analysis on every matchup as well as some early insights to help you make your bets.